Which legal structure suits your company?
This information is provided by:
Netherlands Chamber of Commerce, KVK
Business.gov.nlNederlandse versieAs a starting entrepreneur, you must choose a legal structure. But which legal form suits you best? If you choose to be a sole proprietor, you will be personally liable for any company debts. If you choose a private limited (bv), you will have to pay corporate tax. Use the tool to find out which legal structure best suits your situation.
Suitable legal forms
starting is quick and easy
you can only register one sole proprietorship
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
personally liable for company debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
setup using an actuary’s services
cost of setup € 500-1000 actuary; € 600-1,800 annual administrative obligations
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
not personally liable for any company debts
capital divided into shares
tax burden lower when profits increase
starting is quick and easy
at least two partners
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
all partners are personally liable for company debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
starting is quick and easy
for specific (regulated) professions
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
agreement advisable (not required)
collaborate under a shared name
liable with company funds first, then with personal capital for equal parts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
setup using an actuary’s services
at least two partners
for entrepreneurs collaborating in a project
easy access and exit of members
not personally liable for any debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
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Click one of the legal structures if you want to know more or want to make an appointment to register with KVKSuitable legal forms
starting is quick and easy
you can only register one sole proprietorship
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
personally liable for company debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
setup using an actuary’s services
cost of setup € 500-1000 actuary; € 600-1,800 annual administrative obligations
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
not personally liable for any company debts
capital divided into shares
tax burden lower when profits increase
starting is quick and easy
at least two partners
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
all partners are personally liable for company debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
starting is quick and easy
for specific (regulated) professions
you can find the current registration fee on KVK.nl/english
agreement advisable (not required)
collaborate under a shared name
liable with company funds first, then with personal capital for equal parts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies
setup using an actuary’s services
at least two partners
for entrepreneurs collaborating in a project
easy access and exit of members
not personally liable for any debts
possible tax relief schemes: private business ownership allowance, SME profit exemption, tax relief for new companies